Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children Associated with Status Epilepticus

A 12-year-old male presented to the emergency department with findings concerning for multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C). After clinical stabilization following treatment with antibiotics, remdesivir, and anakinra, the patient was noted to have episodes of altered mentation. Video EEG revealed status epilepticus, which was subsequently controlled with antiepileptic medications.
Source: The Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research